What was the youth male literacy rate in 2005?

What was the youth male literacy rate in 2005? (a) 47% (b) 63% (c) 53% (d) 77% ✅ Correct option: (d) 77% Explanation (200+ words) The youth male literacy rate in Pakistan in 2005 was 77%, reflecting a significant gender gap in literacy. Youth literacy generally covers ages 15–24 years and is considered a more accurate indicator of recent educational progress. Male literacy has historically been higher due to socio-cultural factors, better access to schools, and economic priorities favoring boys’ education. The improvement in youth male literacy was a result of expanded primary schooling during the 1990s and early 2000s. Despite this progress, disparities between provinces and rural-urban areas remained significant. PPSC frequently tests literacy statistics to assess understanding of gender inequality in education. 10 PPSC Facts 1. Youth literacy age: 15–24 2. Male literacy higher than female 3. Literacy linked to economic growth 4. Urban youth more literate 5. Punjab highest literacy 6. Balochistan lowest literacy 7. Literacy measured by surveys 8. Youth literacy shows recent progress 9. Gender gap persistent 10. Literacy data used in HDI